Construction Inspector 1-4

District 08-UNIT 208 Alexandria LA

Job Number: 08/163342/CI14/09.08.26-JC

District Recruitment for Rapides Parish:

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) we plan build maintain and protect the transportation systems that connect communities support commerce and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

Help ensure Louisianas road and bridge projects are built safely accurately and in accordance with DOTD standards specifications and contract requirements. Construction Inspectors support DOTD Project Engineers and higher-level inspectors by performing field inspections materials observation and construction documentation on active roadway bridge and drainage projects.

No prior construction inspection experience is required training is provided with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Construction Inspector job series.

This is an outdoor physically active role that may involve traffic exposure varying weather conditions extended workdays night work or changing schedules based on construction needs.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR

Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering heavy mobile equipment operation or mobile equipment maintenance.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties:

Depending on level and assignment Construction Inspectors may:

• Assist with inspection of roadway bridge drainage and related construction activities;
• Review and document material deliveries and quantities (including haul tickets and load tickets);
• Perform measurements field checks and routine tests under supervision;
• Observe contractor work to ensure compliance with plans specifications and special provisions;
• Maintain accurate project documentation including field notes diaries test reports and estimates;
• Enter construction project data into required systems (e.g. Site Manager or other DOTD applications);
• Participate in required training and structured certification programs;
• Support public interaction and coordination during construction activities as needed;
• Assist with emergency or disaster response activities when required.

Position-Specific Details:

Compensation:

Construction Inspector 1 $ 31158.00 Annual premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked

Construction Inspector 2 $ 35672.00 Annual premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked

Construction Inspector 3 $ 40830.00 Annual premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked

Construction Inspector 4 $ 46738.00 Annual premium pay $2.00/Hours Worked

Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.

Career Progression: Vacancies may be filled as Construction Inspector 1 2 3 or 4 based on qualifications and agency needs.

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the Application Status link after logging into their account.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

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